The Trussell Trust runs the largest network of foodbanks in the UK, giving emergency food and support to people in crisis. Thirteen million people live below the poverty line and in the last year we gave 1,583,668 three-day emergency food supplies to people in crisis.

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FAQs

Here are answers to frequently asked questions:

How does my organisation make a referral to the foodbank?

Our foodbank works with a range of local agencies who meet people at risk of going hungry. Citizens Advice, children’s centres and health visitors are just some of those who can make refer people to our foodbank by issuing them with a foodbank voucher. If you think that your organisation could help people by referring them to our foodbank, please get in touch with us to discuss becoming a registered voucher holder.

Where is my nearest foodbank centre?

Please go to the locations page to find the address and opening times of each of our foodbank centres. Please note you must have a foodbank voucher to receive help from the foodbank. If you don’t have a voucher please contact us to find out how to get a voucher.

What’s in a typical food parcel?

A typical food parcel contains a minimum of three days of nutritionally balanced, non-perishable, tinned and dried foods that have been donated by the local community. A typical food parcel includes: breakfast cereal, soup, pasta, rice, pasta sauce, baked beans, tinned meat, tinned vegetables, instant mash, UHT milk, tea, coffee, sugar, tinned dessert and biscuits. Some foodbanks also provide fresh produce if they are able to.

Can the parcel be adapted to special dietary requirements?

Our foodbank can usually adapt your food parcel to suit your dietary needs. Just let them know when you arrive with your voucher. We can provide specific parcels for a range of needs including people with diabetes, gluten intolerance, vegetarians and halal. We will also endeavour to adapt your parcel to accommodate any food allergies you indicate.

Will the food parcel cater for my whole family?

Our foodbank will adapt your food parcel according to the number of adults and children indicated on your voucher. They will also endeavour to provide foods that are age appropriate and in suitable quantities for your children. We can sometimes offer baby foods, but not SMA milk.

I have a baby, can you help with supplies of nappies and baby food?

Our foodbank usually carries a small stock of nappies and baby foods, which we can add to your parcel. Please let the foodbank know when you arrive if you need additional items for your baby. We will also signpost you to local provision of further support where possible.

What if I can’t get to the foodbank centre?

If you are unable to attend the foodbank in person, you can nominate someone to attend on your behalf. This can be a trusted friend, family member or support worker. Importantly, if someone other than you is collecting your food, the agency that refers you must indicate the name of the person in a letter or email to us. Do ensure they are aware of any allergies or dietary requirements you have. Please discuss this with the agency that refers you and get in touch with the foodbank directly to discuss this.

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Hackney Foodbank

Food parcels can be collected from the foodbank centre addresses below.

Please note you must be referred by an agency with foodbank voucher in order to receive a food parcel. Contact us to find out what agencies we work with.

When you arrive at the centre with your voucher, you should bring some identification with you if possible, such as a driver's license, ID card or official letter. We also appreciate it if you can bring your own shopping bags or trolley! e:
info@hackney.foodbank.org.ukt: 0207 254 2464

This foodbank is run in partnership with local churches, facilitated by The Hackney Foodbank. Registered charity number 1149896 | Registered in England and Wales

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